Food Additives Flashcards
1
Q
Functions of sorbitol
A
- Humectant
- Sweetner
- Bulking agent
- Mold inhibitor
2
Q
Examples of stabilizers/thickeners
A
- Pectin
- Cellulose
- Gelatin
- Gum
- Agar
3
Q
Example of anti-caking agents
A
Calcium Sailicate
Mannitol
4
Q
Functions of nitrites
A
- Fixes color
- inhibits spores of clostridium botulinum
5
Q
Examples of mold inhibitors
A
Proprinate
Sodium benzoate